Sunday, September 6, 2015
Thursday, August 6, 2015
Daily Painting Projects~~New Summer Artwork
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| Moving toward Marfa, In Search of the Marfa Lights, 18x24 |
New Summer Artwork
Painting with Pastel. It's the carrot that I dangle in front of me every day. If I get the dishes and the laundry done, I get to go to my studio and paint. If I run all my errands, when I return home, I get to draw and paint. My challenge this past year: Paint or create artwork every day. I have had exceptions. Travel and Art Shows. Family, work or volunteer obligations of all types. And, so on. However, for the most part, I have met my goal. I created artwork. Some I managed to do in one day. Others, took every day for a week or a month. But, I painted. The artwork that I'm sharing for the month of August has been created this Summer in 2015. Inspired from my June road trip. Portfolio of Photographs. Home and neighborhood. Daily Painting Projects. Labors of Love. |
| West Texas Sunset, In Search of the Dragon, 5x7 |
Driving to West Texas and New Mexico in June with Paul inspired lots of ideas for artwork. My photos and memories kept me going. When I returned home, I felt feverish. Couldn't wait to get started. I had paintings in my head and I wanted to create them. One of my stops was Marfa. We searched for the Marfa Lights. The desert landscapes beckoned. Colorful skies. Cactus and far-away vistas. Birdsong. Like traveling through a space odyssey's worm-hole, I felt adventurous and open to new places.
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| BIG Bend's Little Bear, 5x7 Black Bear Cub |
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| SunCatcher, Cardinal ArtBird, 5x7 |
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| Bluebird Spotlight, 5x7 ArtBird |
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| Sunflower Morning, 5x7 painting |
Flowers. How I love them. I remember my grandmother, Frances Nesbitt, creating her own artwork. A flower garden in the side yard. One of the flowers that she grew were irises. I noticed this past spring that purple irises were coming up in my neighbor's yard. I asked if I could photograph and paint them. He was delighted that I appreciated his flower garden. He also told me that this iris is a new variety, Shaker's Prayer. My flower portrait painting is now an 8x10, but when matted and framed, it will measure 11x14 when completed.
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| Shaker's Prayer Iris, 8x10 Flower Portrait |
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| Tower Fireworks, Celebrating over San Antonio, Commissioned Artwork |
One of the advantages of showing my artwork in public spaces such as restaurants and cafes, is that people notice my work. Sometimes I get commissions. My Tower Fireworks painting was commissioned by Addison Martinez, a patron of the Candlelight Coffeehouse and Winebar Restaurant. The Candlelight is also where over 30 of my paintings were on display for July and continue now through August. Addison does creative writing, and he commissioned this to go with some of his writing about San Antonio. Thanks, Addison!
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| August 2015~~Summer Art Show continues at the Candlelight on St. Mary's |
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| Flower Me Florist & Gifts~~Art Display in my neighborhood shop
This summer I have been displaying my artwork at the River Art Gallery in LaVillita near San Antonio's Riverwalk, the Candlelight Coffeehouse on N. St. Mary's in SA, Flower Me Florist & Gifts in my Northwest Neighborhood, plus, outside of SA--in Castroville, Granny M's Creations, in Comfort--Comfort Crockery~~ Fine Art Gifts, and in Rockport--Yellow Rose Gallery. Access to more info about these places is currently on my website: www.cindymorawski.com. Like/Friend me on Facebook. I support two pages--Morawski Fine Art and Cindy Morawski. Thanks!!!
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Wednesday, July 1, 2015
Summer ART Road Trip to Fun and Inspiration
~~JUNE 2015~~
NEW SUMMER PAINTINGS
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| Hot-blooded Desert, 8x10 Landscape Painting, scene near Las Cruces, NM
Paul and I left on June 2nd, my birthday, and headed West on a Road Trip Adventure. Our first stop was Van Horne, Texas. We stayed at the historic El Capitan, built in 1930, and enjoyed its welcoming ambience along with a fine dinner. We also celebrated our 14th Wedding Anniversary, a little early, since it's not till the 23rd.
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| Desert Colors, 8x10 Landscape Painting
When I see the desert, I view a landscape with bold colors and shapes. The details and colors of the century plants and cactus in the foreground, paired with the simple shapes and receding palette of the mountains in the background, gave me helpful contrasts for my composition. I also added a moody sky with the threat of a summer storm. On our drive from Van Horne, Texas, to Las Cruces, New Mexico, I saw lots of scenes similar to the one above that I painted.
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| Sky Watching over Albuquerque, 11x14 Landscape Painting
One of the reasons that I wanted to travel to Albuquerque was so that I could attend the IAPS Convention, International Association of Pastel Societies. I had looked forward to the workshops, trade show, demos, juried art exhibit, and more. Paul and I stayed at the Blue Hotel on the sixth floor. I saw lots of sunsets from our balcony. The sky was preparing for a beautiful sunset when I painted this landscape. I liked the multi-colored rooftops of the city and of course, the lovely and soft sky colors of the Southwest.
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| Pink Flamingo at the Route 66 Diner |
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| Night at the Route 66 Diner, 16x20 painting of Albuquerque SOLD to Susan Noonan, July 1, 2015
Paul and I love diners. In fact, we have a booth and jukebox in our kitchen so that we have our own diner at home. We had stopped at the Route 66 Diner the last time we traveled to Albuquerque, so we wanted to treat ourselves to another stop on this trip. This diner also had that '50's vibe that lets you time travel and eat comfort food too. All Good! When we pulled up that night for dinner, there was a classic pick-up truck parked by itself. The bright neon lights of the diner bathed the truck in its colorful light. The image stuck in my mind. I knew this was a painting before I headed in to be seated inside.
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| Early Evening in Old Towne, 18x24 Landscape Painting with Architecture |
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| BIG Bend's Scott's Oriole, 5x7 ovals |
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| Tufted Flycatcher of BIG Bend |
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| Chisos Mountains of BIG Bend, 9x12 plein air painting near the Chisos Mountain Lodge
Big Bend National Park in West Texas was our last stop on our road trip as we made our way home to San Antonio. We stayed at the Chisos Mountain Lodge, hiked some of the trails, and I painted plein air while visiting. The park's recent rains gave it a lively look of wildflowers and cactus blooms along with a green haze that it hadn't had in the recent past-- due to the severe drought across Texas. I loved the mountain landscapes there. The sunsets were also amazing. I am looking forward to painting some of those in the future from the many photo references I have. I also did some birding while there. I found some of the birds on my checklist and photographed them. One night while at the lodge's restaurant, I kept hearing a tapping sound behind me. I looked around and noticed a black, white, and yellow bird tapping on the window. Its mate was watching nearby. Amy, our waitress, informed us that it was a flashy male called Scott's Oriole. He loved looking at his reflection in the glass and brought his mate along so she could admire him as well. The second bird -- the Tufted Flycatcher-- was one I discovered on a nearby tree off the patio of the lodge. There were lots of insects at Big Bend due to the recent rains so I guess the flycatcher had lots to eat. I was attracted to its tufted headdress and soft-looking feathers.
I hope you'll check out my SOLO Summer Art Show coming up. It's located at the Candlelight Cafe and Coffeehouse at 3011 N. St. Mary's in San Antonio. My artwork will be on display and for sale~~ July and August.
Lastly, I have good news to share. I have been invited to join a new gallery in Rockport, Texas, the Yellow Rose, 209 S. Austin St. It's owned by Barbara Newell. The gallery opened today and the ribbon cutting ceremony was last night. I'm excited about this beautiful Fine Art Gallery -- as one of the places I can share my artwork with others. Thanks, Barbara!
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Happy Summer!
Friday, May 8, 2015
LIVING COLOR~~America's Southwest~~My Panoramic-- 12 x 36 --Landscape Paintings
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| Borderland Sunset, 12x36
I pulled off the highway when I witnessed this sunset while on a Southwest road trip. The sky's colors were extraordinary. I stared. I took it all in. Then, I pulled out my camera and got the evidence. I knew this later had to become a painting. Sunsets give me goose bumps and challenge me to interpret the moments in time with colors and shapes.
This painting has been sold to my friend and art patron John last Fall. I currently have limited prints of the painting available. I also have it in art cards.
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| Road to New Mexico, 12x36
Another road trip to New Mexico inspired this painting. Driving to Albuquerque on Interstate 40, I headed into a summer storm. I was hit by hail and blinding rain. I worried that I might also get hit by a big truck since no one had any visibility that day. When I finally drove to the other side of the storm and it ended, I felt relieved and grateful. This event was permanently sketched into my memory. The painting followed in my studio after I returned home.
I'll have this artwork on display this Saturday, May 9, 2015, at the Boerne ART Waddle. Here's a flyer with more information about it.
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| Primal Sunset, 12x36
Red skies can stop me in my tracks. Combine that with a silhouette of desert formations and you definitely have my attention. I tried to show through this painting~~the power and simplicity of nature's end of the day--show. I celebrated nature with my painting~~Primal Sunset, another panoramic landscape. This painting will also be on display at the Boerne ART Waddle.
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| Reaching Skyward, 12x36
Sipping coffee one morning this past winter, while looking out the kitchen window into my side yard, I had a head-smacking moment. Why had I not noticed this lovely tree before? I had hiked all over the place looking for trees to paint. Meanwhile, there was one~~ right under my nose. In my yard at home. AHA! The light lit up in my brain. I picked up my sketchbook and got started. Later, while reaching for my art supplies, I also reached skyward with this tall tree's portrait, 12x36. You can find this painting at the Texas Pastel Society's Art Show at the Bijou Cinema during the month of May. It's also joined by three of my bird paintings.
I also want to invite you to my last show before I take a summer break in June--Kerrville's 2015 Festival of the ARTS, May 23 & 24, all day, downtown Kerrville. This is a juried art show, and I'll be located in a large white tent with other artists. Kerrville's taking it to the streets. This show will stop traffic. Part of the city will be blocked off for the art festival. I participated last year and look forward to it again this year. More information is available through the Kerrville Festival website and also on Facebook.
FINAL NOTE: Feel free to make an appointment to visit me at my home gallery and art studio. 210.522.0706. I have paintings available in my home gallery and accept commissions as well. Contact me through the following email address too: cski02@sbcglobal.net. Lastly, you can check out my work anytime on my website: www.CindyMorawski.com.
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Wednesday, March 11, 2015
SPRING has SPRUNG . . . New Artwork for March 2015!
Spring showers bring more flowers . . .
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| Sunshine and Daisies, 5x7 landscape painting with a field of flowers |
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| Dandelion Portrait, 8x10 flower painting in a gold oval frame |
New ART Birds for Spring 2015!
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| New Growth, Young Mockingbird, 5x7 bird painting |
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Little Bluebird, 5x7 bird portrait in a pewter oval frameWinged and Human Portraits |
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| Breakfast with a Monarch, 8x10 portrait painting of a butterfly |
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| Sister Grimm, Searching for San Antonio's Past, 18x24 portrait painting
In early November, it was unusually cold. In fact, it was almost freezing when I took part in a Ghost Tour in downtown San Antonio with Paul and my DayTripper friends. Sister Grimm was waiting for us in her Victorian dress and accessories. She was prepared to give us some goosebumps with her ghostly tales of San Antonio's past. I figured I might get a double case of them. From the cold and the scary stories of Sister Grimm, I had an above-average chance of getting lots of goosebumps.
Before we started, she asked if we had any questions. "Are you going to be warm enough tonight?" I asked her. I had bought a new winter coat to withstand the cold. She replied, "Oh, my goodness, yes. I have my sweatsuit on under this dress." Then, she cleared her throat and had a far-away look in her eye. We were going to do some time-traveling. Our first stop was the old and haunted Menger Hotel by Alamo Plaza.
Our last stop for our tour through SA's historical and scary past took us to the San Fernando Cathedral on Main Plaza. She motioned for us to follow her. The group bunched up and then proceeded. We ended up behind the old church. Looking toward the doorway, she told us her final story. Then, she looked up. It looked as though she'd seen a ghost. A distant light flooded down on her. Her face glowed in the semi-darkness. I looked around at the others. Everyone was quiet. I wanted to remember this moment. I snapped a quick photo. Three months later, I started on her portrait. I kept thinking about all her stories while working in my studio. She left an impression on me.
ART on DISPLAY |
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Bakery ART Show--Great Harvest Bread Co.-- at 2267 NW Military Drive in Castle Hills, North Central San Antonio
HAPPY SPRING!
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Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Morning, Noon, and Night . . . Landscape Paintings with Cows, Canyons, and Cars
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| Hill Country Morning
Morning: Nothing like a beautiful morning sunrise in the Texas Hill Country, especially if it's near the water. This painting started with a charcoal sketch. The next step included a watercolor wash as an underpainting. The last part of the process ended with the layering of pastels. It's presently on display and for sale at the River Art Gallery at downtown San Antonio's historic LaVillita Village.
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| The Three Sisters
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| West Texas Sunset |
Sunset: West Texas is well-known for their colorful and beautiful sunsets. My 18x24 landscape painting was exhibited at the new Jerry's Artarama art store on San Pedro Ave. in San Antonio for the month of January. My initial inspiration for this sunset painting started with one of my past art road trips. BIG Skies lead to many ways for self-expression through art.
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| Primal Sunset |
Almost Dark . . . Sunset: My 12x36 panoramic landscape of NewMexico tells the western story of a rugged, open land. I chose to put the landforms in silhouette for the purpose of drama and contrast. I like New Mexico's landscapes, culture, and seasons. They all remind me of their spicy chili peppers.
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| City Lights of San Antonio |
Current and upcoming art shows are featured on my website: www.CindyMorawski.com. I also have links to my gallery and information about my art classes. Hope you'll check it out! Thanks!
Sweet Wishes for Valentine's Day! Sending out love and hugs! ~~Cindy
Sunday, March 9, 2014
Postcards from Spring--Color My World--March Blog
Postcards from Spring 2014
by Cindy Morawski
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| Sunrise in the Garden Part of the TAG Exhibit--Emily Morgan Hotel--Spring Art Show March--June 2014 |
You're invited!
The Stillness of Rabbits
Look for my spring rabbit portraits in the Starving Artists Art Show, San Antonio's LaVillita in Maverick Plaza, April 5 & 6, 10 to 6. Happy Easter!
Beloved, Mother Rabbit and Baby
Wide-Open Spaces
My title was inspired by the beauty of the outdoors and the lyrics of the Dixie Chicks. My March landscape will be one of my original works featured in the Randolph Art League's FIESTA Art Show at Alamo Plaza, April 11--17, 2014.
*Please check out my Cover Art and weekly art installments and postings on Facebook--Morawski Fine Art & Cindy Morawski. Thanks!
Studio: (210) 522-0706
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